Strong's Lexicon eshtaddur: Effort, Endeavor, Striving Original Word: אֶשְׁתַּדּוּר Word Origin: Derived from the root שָׁדַר (shadar), which is not commonly found in Biblical Hebrew but is related to the concept of striving or making an effort. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek equivalent concept can be found in Strong's Greek Dictionary under entries like 4710 (σπουδή, spoudē), which means diligence or earnestness, and 75 (ἀγωνίζομαι, agōnizomai), meaning to strive or struggle. Usage: The term "eshtaddur" conveys the idea of exerting effort or striving towards a goal. It is used to describe a determined pursuit or endeavor, often in the context of spiritual or moral objectives. The word emphasizes the importance of diligence and perseverance in one's actions. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Hebrew culture, the concept of striving or making an effort was highly valued, especially in the context of one's relationship with God and adherence to His commandments. The Hebrew people were encouraged to pursue righteousness and holiness with dedication and commitment. This cultural emphasis on effort is reflected in various Biblical narratives and teachings. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin(Aramaic) from shedar Definition a revolt NASB Translation revolt (2). Brown-Driver-Briggs אֶשְׁתַּדּוּר noun masculine revolt; — absolute Ezra 4:15,19. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance sedition (Aramaic) from shdar (in a bad sense); rebellion -- sedition. see HEBREW shdar Forms and Transliterations וְאֶשְׁתַּדּ֖וּר וְאֶשְׁתַּדּוּר֙ ואשתדור veeshtadDur wə’eštaddūr wə·’eš·tad·dūrLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Ezra 4:15 HEB: מַלְכִין֙ וּמְדִנָ֔ן וְאֶשְׁתַּדּוּר֙ עָבְדִ֣ין בְּגַוַּ֔הּ NAS: and that they have incited revolt within KJV: and that they have moved sedition within the same INT: to kings and provinces revolt may be made within Ezra 4:19 2 Occurrences |
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